Efficient budget allocation in Mexico

Abstract

This research addresses the relationship between budget efficiency and State participation in the Mexican economy, offering a historical vision and its evolution over time, with a focus on the current government known as the "Cuarta Transformación" (4T). The arguments for and against state intervention in the economy are reviewed and the importance of State participation in the allocation of the public budget is analyzed, emphasizing its impact on economic growth and the reduction of inequalities. The study focuses on evaluating how public spending affects the country's economic growth, using the current six-year term as an example. It is shown that the proper use of the public budget is crucial for the growth of the Mexican economy, through actions such as the creation of infrastructure, the protection of labor rights, the promotion of strategic sectors and the promotion of equal opportunities. Regarding the current government, the results reveal that, although actions have been undertaken to generate economic and social development through better use of public resources, the opacity in the management of resources in several projects makes it difficult to obtain good results, which raises questions about the efficient use of resources in the country. In this sense, it is crucial to have instruments that guarantee transparency, accountability and economic stability, preventing corruption. Likewise, the importance of finding a balance is highlighted so that the State fulfills its regulatory function without hindering innovation and economic growth.